Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unknown was unfamiliar territory for my once…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not seem like a long duration, I’ve gathered some perspectives. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only for its varied housing choices but also for its communities. Students have numerous options right at…
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Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was anxious and unsure about the future as I began my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Diving into the unknown was not something my previously shy self was accustomed to. Reflecting now, I see…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I’ve completed nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I’ve gained valuable insights during this period. London is an energetic city, not only for its wide range of housing alternatives but also for its communities. Students have an abundance…
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By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a newcomer. Jumping into the unfamiliar was not something my formerly timid and reserved…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Though nine months may not seem extensive, I have gleaned a number of insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its variety of housing options but also for its communities. Students…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Approximately ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about my future as I geared up to begin my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-time student. Immersing myself in the unknown was not something my formerly reserved self was used…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Having lived in London for nine months recently, I’ve gathered some observations. Although my time here isn’t extensive, this vibrant city showcases a plethora of housing choices and varied communities. Students have plentiful options available. Both student accommodation and private housing provide selections such as…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Experiences Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Nearly a year ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly timid and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I have completed nine months of residing in London. Although this duration may seem brief, I have gained various insights. London is a vibrant city, presenting a broad range of housing options and multicultural neighborhoods. Students are presented with many choices at their doorstep,…
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